Certificate presentation for Baath participants
By Achong Tanjong

Chief guest presenting a certificate.

Youths who participated in Outward Bound Brunei Darussalam's (OBBD) first self-challenge programme 'Baath' were urged to apply both their newly acquired knowledge and experience into daily life, and not to let it go to waste.

Director of Youth & Sports cum chief guest Awang Japar bin Bangkol stated this during a certificate presentation ceremony held yesterday at the Citra Budaya Hall of the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports.

Eleven selected youths aged between 17-37 years participated in the 10-day programme which ran from January 6-15. The first of its kind, it was jointly organised by OBBD and the Youth and Sports Department, Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports.

"I believe the certificates and experience that you have will provide you more confidence, allowing you to be more active and aggressive in your respective career," said Awang Japar.

"The ministry, through OBBD hopes to upgrade the services that are not only limited to youths but also members of the public who wish to participate in the self-development programme. The present programme will be up-dated periodically for customers' needs - especially members of public and other agencies," he added

Among the objectives of the programme are to bring awareness and confidence to participants on their potential and self-capability, as well as to instil the feeling of love and responsibility towards the country.

The courses were divided into two phases - Challenge & Adventure, and Mini Community work.

The programme was held at OBBD Logistic Centre, OBBD Operation Center in Batang Duri and Belalong in the Temburong district.

Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin